Toshiba Satellite 2430 Series Resource Manual page 6

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Setting up your computer and getting started
Connecting the AC adapter
Your computer requires power to operate. Use the power
cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live
electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's battery.
Power Cable and AC Adapter
CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter supplied with your
equivalent adapter that is compatible. Use of any incompatible adapter
could damage your computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any
damage caused by use of an incompatible adapter.
When you connect the AC adapter to the computer, always follow the steps in
the exact order as described in the User's Manual. Connecting the power cable
to a live electrical outlet should be the last step otherwise the adapter DC
output plug could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or
minor bodily injury when touched. As a general safety precaution, avoid
touching any metal parts.
DANGER: Hold the power cable by its plug when you
do NOT pull the cable itself. Doing so may damage the power cable and
result in a short circuit or electric shock.
Connecting a printer
Before you can connect a printer, you need to know whether
it uses a serial or a parallel interface. Check the printer's
documentation. If the printer can be switched between serial
and parallel mode, choose parallel because it is faster.
You also need a suitable printer cable, which may come with
your printer. Otherwise, you can purchase one from a
computer or electronics store.
NOTE: If your printer is ECP- or IEEE-compliant, make sure your printer cable
is an IEEE 1284 cable.
Power cable
AC adapter
computer or an
connect/disconnect it.